Sept. 12, 2010

LEXINGTON, Ky. – Junior wide receiver Randall Cobb and senior quarterback Mike Hartline have been recognized for their performances in Saturday’s 63-28 win over Western Kentucky University.

Cobb was named National Punt Returner of the Week by the College Football Performance Awards in recognition of his 50-yard return for a touchdown against the Hilltoppers.  For his all-around performance vs. WKU, Cobb also received one of five “helmet stickers” awarded by Southeastern Conference blogger Chris Low of ESPN.com.  Cobb accounted for 207 yards and three touchdowns, including:
   – 52 punt return yards, including the touchdown
   – Five pass receptions for a career-high 98 yards, including a 35-yard TD
   – A 15-yard touchdown pass
   – Four rushes for 26 yards
   – A 16-yard kickoff return

Hartline was named honorable mention as National Quarterback of the Week by the College Football Performance Awards.  He completed 80 percent of his passes (16 of 20) for 213 yards and a career-high tying three touchdowns.  He also added a 10-yard rushing touchdown.